Rating: 3.85
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Lemon Herb Roasted Chicken

August 2, 2024

A deliciously moist and flavorful roasted chicken infused with the fresh taste of lemon and herbs. Perfect for any occasion and sure to impress!

Lemon Herb Roasted Chicken
3.85 from 20 votes
A deliciously moist and flavorful roasted chicken infused with the fresh taste of lemon and herbs. Perfect for any occasion and sure to impress!
Servings 4 people
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 minute
Total Time 1 minute

Ingredients
  

  • 1 chicken whole, about 4-5 pounds
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil extra virgin
  • 1 Lemon medium, halved
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
  • 2 teaspoons thyme dried
  • 2 teaspoons rosemary fresh, chopped
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth low sodium

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • Pat the chicken dry with paper towels.
  • Rub the chicken all over with olive oil. Squeeze the lemon halves over the chicken and place the lemon halves inside the chicken cavity.
  • Sprinkle the garlic, salt, pepper, thyme, and rosemary over the chicken and inside the cavity.
  • Place the chicken in a roasting pan. Pour the chicken broth into the pan.
  • Roast the chicken for about 1 hour and 20 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Baste the chicken with the pan juices every 20 minutes.
  • Let the chicken rest for 10-15 minutes before carving. Serve with the pan juices.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 35gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 12mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg
Calories: 400kcal
Meal Type: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Keyword: chicken, cooking, recipe
Cooking Method: Roasted
Time: >45 Min
Level: Easy
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  1. User avatar scottie.steuber2020 says:

    2 stars
    I forgot to baste it. Is that a big deal??

  2. User avatar eugena.labadie says:

    2 stars
    Why u gonna squeeze the lemon on the chicken? Sounds weird.

  3. User avatar Joanie Jakubowski says:

    4 stars
    I made this for my family and they loved it! I’m not a great cook but this was easy.

    1. User avatar ilse.will81 says:

      5 stars
      That’s awesome! I love how easy recipes can bring the family together. I’ll have to try it too!

  4. User avatar alma.bernier says:

    5 stars
    Perfect dinner for Sunday! Will make again. Thanks!!!

    1. User avatar august.nitzsche89 says:

      3 stars
      Sounds good, but isn’t it hard to make a whole chicken? I usually stick to just thighs. 🤔

    2. User avatar tish.ryan53 says:

      5 stars
      I totally agree! This chicken recipe is a game changer. So juicy and flavorful!

  5. 5 stars
    This was the best chicken I’ve ever cooked! So juicy and flavorful!

    1. User avatar keisha.mueller says:

      5 stars
      Wow, that sounds amazing! I need to try this recipe ASAP! Thanks for sharing your success!

  6. User avatar darrel.wunsch9 says:

    4 stars
    Easy and quick! I don’t get why people say it’s hard to roast chicken!

  7. User avatar royce.lynch38 says:

    3 stars
    I followed the recipe but it came out kinda dry. Not sure what went wrong.

    1. 3 stars
      Dry? It was moist for me! Did you use a bigger chicken or something? 🤔

    2. 4 stars
      Maybe your oven temp was off? I always check with an oven thermometer to be sure.

  8. User avatar mathWizard says:

    5 stars
    yummy 😊

    1. 5 stars
      Looks delicious! Can’t wait to try it out this weekend! 🍗

    2. User avatar Gandalf the Grey says:

      2 stars
      Yummy? I dunno, seems kinda basic. Where’s the spice? 🤔

  9. User avatar darnell.collier92 says:

    5 stars
    Lemon and chicken? Sounds strange… but I tried it and wow! It works!

    1. User avatar smartestRedditor says:

      2 stars
      Lemon in chicken? That sounds funny. Is it acidic or something? I’d stick to BBQ!

    2. User avatar Blue Dartwing says:

      5 stars
      I thought lemon with chicken would be weird too, but it’s so good! The flavors really blend well together.

  10. 3 stars
    chicken was ok but too much salt for my taste. I think 1 tsp would be enough.

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